Meijer Recall Posted Date: 5/14/2014
Summary of Recall: The Coleman Company, Inc. announced in cooperation with Consumers Product Safety Commission it is voluntarily recalling Northstar® Liquid Fuel Lanterns due to possible fire hazard.
Product Name: Northstar® Liquid Fuel Lanterns
Product Description: This recall involves Northstar® liquid fuel lanterns with model number 2000B750 and date codes 10 13 or 11 13. The model number is printed on the base of the lantern, under the lighting instructions. The date code is stamped on the underside of the lantern. A Coleman logo sticker is affixed to the front of the lantern base. The green lanterns measure about 13” tall by 7” wide by 7” deep.
Hazard: The firm has received two reports of lanterns catching fire when fuel unexpectedly leaked from the bottom of the unit. No injuries have been reported.
Manufacturer: The Coleman Company, Inc. of Wichita, Kan.
Manufactured in: USA
UPCs: 7650121217
What You Should Do: Consumers who have purchased this product should stop using immediately and return product to the nearest Meijer store for a full refund, or contact The Coleman Company, Inc. for a replacement lantern.
Consumer Contact Information: Consumers with questions regarding this recall should contact The Coleman Company, Inc. for further direction at 1-800-835-3278 Monday through Friday, from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, by email at consumerservice@coleman.com or online at www.coleman.com and click on “Important Safety Information” for more information.